"The Leftover Woman" by Jean Kwok offers a riveting narrative about two seemingly disparate women, Jasmine, a Chinese immigrant fleeing from an abusive past, and Rebecca, a high-profile New York native grappling with societal pressures. Despite its somewhat slow start, the novel impressively intertwines their stories, revealing shared struggles amidst their differences.
"None of This is True" by Lisa Jewell offers a gripping and unique thriller experience, expertly balancing predictability with unexpected twists. The narrative's alternating perspectives, coupled with interview and podcast clips, create a captivating true crime documentary feel. Despite some predictable moments, the novel impresses with a well-crafted plot, engaging characters, and a clever twist ending. Lisa's storytelling prowess shines, earning this thriller a solid 9/10 rating. The exploration of internet and social media deception adds depth, making it a standout in the genre. Highly recommended for those seeking a brain-teasing, gripping read.
In "The Shadows" by Alex North, Paul Adams reflects on a dark past of lucid dreaming with childhood friends, Charlie Crabtree and James. As a murder investigation unfolds, Paul's uneasy return to his hometown reveals unsettling connections. The book's suspense wanes in the second half, earning it a 7.5/10 rating. The ending, while solving the mystery, leaves lingering questions about Charlie's motivations and Paul's culpability.
The Final Girls by Riley Sager is exactly what you think it is and follows the classic horror theme of the Final Girl story. However, it has a twist in which it follows three separate final girls years after their ordeals and how they all connect to each other.
"Petal to the Metal" by Annabel Chase is a cozy mystery about Mia Thorne who, after a series of personal mishaps, moves into her deceased Aunt Hazel's home. Mia finds both friendship and potential romance there, while uncovering her clairvoyant abilities and a murder mystery she feels compelled to solve.
"The Invited" by Jennifer McMahon is a paranormal thriller exploring the lives of Helen, Nate, and Olive who interact with the ghostly presence of Hattie Breckenridge, a character from the past associated with their land. Unpredictability, strong character development, and descriptive writing make the book engaging and hard to put down.
The book review discusses "Stolen Children" by Peg Kehret, a book about 14-year-old babysitter Amy and 3-year-old Kendra kidnapped by Smokey and Hugh. The reviewer, initially surprised by its young adult genre, gives it a 7.5 out of 10, recommending it to teens or those wanting a light mystery.
This detailed review examines the second book in Kathy Reichs' series, 'Death Du Jour'. The reviewer praises improvements from the first book but criticizes an overcomplicated plot with too many dead characters and coincidences. The protagonist Temperance Brennan's character is sometimes inconsistent, but her forensic work is meticulously described. The book received a 7/10 rating.
This book review examines the mystery novel, "Not a Happy Family" by Shari Lapena. The story revolves around the murder of wealthy parents, Fred and Sheila Merton, with their adult children being prime suspects. The reviewer, impressed by the gripping plot and well-differentiated characters, rates the book 9/10, lauding it as a fast-paced and enjoyable read. The mystery's resolution is found surprising, hinting at the unexpected twists and turns in the narrative.
"All His Pretty Girls" by Charly Cox is a gripping mystery-thriller which centres on Detective Alyssa Wyatt, as she investigates a series of brutal murders committed by a serial killer. The review highlights a well-paced plot filled with captivating twists and multifaceted characters. Despite some discomfort with empathising with the killer's backstory and dissatisfaction with the ending, the reviewer commends Cox's vivid storytelling and rates the book 8.5/10.
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